The Bear Creek Arsenal Side-Charging AR-15 is a budget-priced AR-15 with a non-reciprocating side-charging handle, providing an alternative charging method favored by some optics users at BCA's entry-level price. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .223 Rem Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 2016, USA Weight: 64 oz Overall length: 33" Status: Active Intended use: Home Defense, Tactical